EDWARDS SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 72.5-92.3F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN FACILITY, OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN BOY'S, GIRLS AND ALL GENDER STAFF WASHROOMS IN ANNEX, HANDWASHING SINKS IN MAIN BUILDING IN ADDITION 1ST FLOOR BOYS AND GIRL'S WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE STALLS, FIRST FLOOR SOUTHSIDE BOY'S AND GIRL'S WASHROOMS, FIRST FLOOR NORTHSIDE GIRL'S AND BOY'S WASHROOM, SECOND FLOOR NORTHSIDE GIRL'S WASHROOM, SECOND FLOOR SOTHSIDE BOY'S WASHROOM, SECOND FLOOR ADDITION BOY'S WASHROOM LEFT SINK AND SINK IN WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE STALL, ADDITION THIRD FLOOR WHEEL CHAIR ACCESIBLE STALLS IN BOY'S AND GIRL'S WASHROOM AND SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR ADDITION ALL GENDER STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF LEFT AND RIGHT EXIT DOORS #17 AND #19 IN ANNEX. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN UTILITY ROOM WITH HOT WATER TANK IN ANNEX. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY IN FACILITY, RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 9/21/2026 TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A) NO CITATION ISSUED

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH FAUCETS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. OBSERVED DRAINPIPE OF RINSE COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER USED FOR RECYCLING MISSING ONE LID WHICH PREVENTS THE RECYCLING DUMPSTER FROM BEING CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST FROM ENTERING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE MISSING LID ON SAID DUMPSTER SO THAT DUMPSTER LIDS SHALL BE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED REFUSE AND RECYCLABLES SHALL BE STORED IN RECEPTACLES SO THAT THEY ARE INACCESSIBLE TO INSECTS OR RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B) NO CITATION ISSUED

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALLS TO THE LEFT OF PREP AREA REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR AND REPAINT SAID WALLS IN SAID AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED NON WORKING RIGHT FAN IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS FLOOR COVERING IN WALK IN COOLER UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD FLOOR COVERINGS, INSTRUCTED MATS OR FLOOR COVERINGS SHALL SHALL BE DESIGNED TO BE REMOVABLE AND CLEANABLE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSOR LINE, FAN COVERS IN WALK IN FREEZER AND FLOOR UNDERNEATH CONDENSOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP IN SAID AREAS OF WALK IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSOR LINE, FAN COVERS IN WALK IN FREEZER AND FLOOR UNDERNEATH CONDENSOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP IN SAID AREAS OF WALK IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.